Mariska Hargitay
Keynote Speaker: Emmy Award-Winning Actress & Philanthropist; Known for "Law and Order: Special Victims Unit"; Host of the 2026 Emmy Awards
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Mariska Hargitay Biography
Mariska Hargitay is recognized for her enduring work in television, notably for her portrayal of Detective and later Captain Olivia Benson on NBC's "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit." The daughter of actress Jayne Mansfield, Hargitay studied theater at UCLA and built her career through various television and film roles, including appearances on "ER" and in the film "Leaving Las Vegas." Her role on "Law & Order: SVU" has spanned more than 600 episodes, establishing the series as the longest-running primetime live-action drama in television history and making Hargitay the longest-running lead actor in a primetime drama.
Hargitay's performance as Olivia Benson, an investigator of sex crimes, has earned her critical recognition. She received eight consecutive Emmy nominations for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series, winning the award, and also received a Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series. In addition to acting, Hargitay has served as executive producer and director on "SVU," contributing to the show's creative direction. Her work in television has been recognized with multiple People's Choice Awards, Screen Actors Guild Award nominations, and Gracie Allen Awards for American Women in Radio and Television.
Motivated by the stories of survivors encountered through her role, Hargitay founded the Joyful Heart Foundation, an organization dedicated to transforming society's response to sexual assault, domestic violence, and child abuse. The Foundation's "End the Backlog" campaign advocates for the elimination of the nationwide backlog of untested rape kits. Hargitay has testified before Congress on this issue and produced the documentary "I Am Evidence," which won a News and Documentary Emmy and highlighted systemic failures affecting sexual assault survivors. Her philanthropic work has been recognized by inclusion in the Time100 Philanthropy list.
Hargitay expanded her creative work by launching her production company, Mighty Entertainment, with the documentary "My Mom Jayne," which explores the life and legacy of Jayne Mansfield. The film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, earned Best First Documentary Feature at the Critics Choice Documentary Awards, and was named a New York Times Critics Pick. Hargitay also made her Broadway debut in the solo play "Every Brilliant Thing" at the Hudson Theatre, later bringing the show to California for a benefit supporting the Joyful Heart Foundation. She is set to host the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, becoming the first woman to host the ceremony in 15 years, further highlighting her influence in the entertainment industry.
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Mariska Hargitay is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Social Activism, Sexual Assault Recovery, Health & Wellness, Family & Parenting, Non-Profit, Actor, Women in Entertainment, Inspirational, Motivational, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Influential Women, Women's Rights, Female Leadership and Entertainment.
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Mariska Hargitay generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Mariska Hargitay is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Social Activism, Sexual Assault Recovery and Health & Wellness. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Mariska Hargitay generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Tarana Burke, Silvia Vasquez-Lavado and Rachael Denhollander. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Mariska Hargitay for an upcoming event.
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'Law & Order: SVU' just made TV history — here's what Mariska Hargitay said
The NBC drama was just renewed for a 21st season, making it the longest-running live-action prime-time series in TV history.
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‘Law & Order: SVU’ Renewed for Record 21st Season at NBC
“Law & Order: SVU” is set to become the longest-running primetime live-action series in TV history. NBC has announced it is renewing the show for a 21st season, meaning “SVU” will overtake the 20-season record it previously shared with the original “Law & Order” and the legendary CBS Western “Gunsmoke.” It now trails only “The Simpsons” in the longest-running shows of all time rankings.
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Mariska Hargitay, Scooter Braun, and Edie Lutnick Received 2019 National Public Service Awards at Annual New York City Jefferson Awards, Presented by Multiplying Good
Multiplying Good, the nation's leading nonprofit focused on fueling personal growth and leadership through public service, honored individuals, organizations, and youth leaders at the forefront of social good at the annual Jefferson Awards on March 11, 2019, at 583 Park Avenue in New York City. For 47 years, the organization has recognized both prominent national changemakers and local unsung heroes for their achievements as a means to multiply their impact and inspire others to take action.
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Inside Mariska Hargitay's Unique Journey: Surviving a Hollywood Tragedy, Speaking Up and Scoring the Best Gig on TV
It's hard to remember a time when Mariska Hargitay wasn't synonymous with Olivia Benson. Heck, it's getting increasingly hard to remember a time when Taylor Swift wasn't synonymous with Olivia Benson.
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Why ‘Law & Order: SVU’ Matters
As the show kicks off its 20th season amid the maelstrom of the #MeToo movement, Rolling Stone examines its impact on the cultural conversation around sex crimes
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How do I book Mariska Hargitay to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Mariska Hargitay for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Mariska Hargitay, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Mariska Hargitay or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Mariska Hargitay for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Mariska Hargitay, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Mariska Hargitay, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Mariska Hargitay speak about?
Mariska Hargitay is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Social Activism, Sexual Assault Recovery, Health & Wellness, Family & Parenting, Non-Profit, Actor, Women in Entertainment, Inspirational, Motivational, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Influential Women, Women's Rights, Female Leadership and Entertainment. -
Where does Mariska Hargitay travel from?
Mariska Hargitay generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Mariska Hargitay?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Mariska Hargitay for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Mariska Hargitay for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Mariska Hargitay or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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